Cornmeal-Crusted Chicken Nuggets

Name: Cornmeal-Crusted Chicken Nuggets
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken tenders, cut in half crosswise; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 3 tablespoons cornmeal; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Submitted by TattooedMamaof2

"I'm always looking for a healthy alternative to my DD's favorite food, Chicken Nuggets. I found this in Eating Well Magazine JulyAugust 2010, and look forward to trying! I'll update once I do."

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Ready In:: 15mins
Ingredients:: 5
Serves:: 4

ingredients

1 lb chicken tenders, cut in half crosswise
¹⁄₂ teaspoon salt
¹⁄₄ teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons cornmeal
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

directions

Sprinkle chicken tenders with salt and pepper. Place cornmeal in a medium bowl, add the chicken and toss to coat. Discard any leftover cornmeal.
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium and cook the chicken, turning once or twice, until browned and just cooked through, 6-8 minutes total.

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TattooedMamaof2

I'm a happily married mother of two and I own a jewelry and accessory business. My husband and I were vegan for six years, we now eat poultry and fish. My husband is a personal trainer and competitive bodybuilder, so it's very important that we eat healthy... too bad I have such a sweet-tooth!

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